Solutions
The ___ is something that is dissolved in solution.
Solute
This type of transport requires energy.
Active transport
What substances can diffuse freely across the membrane?
Nonpolar
What is the determining factor for cell size?
SA:V Ratio
When is Election Day in US 2026
November 3
The ___ is something that does the dissolving.
Solvent
What type of transport is osmosis?
Passive
What is unique about phospholipid tails?
Hydrophobic
What is the act of consuming cellular pieces or bacteria?
Phagocytosis
What is the name of Mr. Wilson's thesis advisor?
Dr. Grover Brown
Water follows what?
Solute
Describe osmosis and give an example.
The movement of water from high to low areas of concentration.
Example: tree roots
If a molecule of oxygen is nonpolar. How can your cells obtain the needed oxygen?
It binds to a receptor protein in the membrane
What are the proteins that speed up chemical reactions?
Enzymes
What is Wheeler National Wildlife Refuge in Decatur, AL known for?
Sandhill and Whooping Cranes
Which solution type is most favorable for animal cells?
Isotonic
What chemical is required for active transport?
ATP
How does the cell membrane help maintain homeostasis?
Regulates what enters and exits the cell
What is used to describe the cell membrane?
Fluid Mosaic Model
What species of bird is in the back of the classroom?
Great horned owl
How will a hypotonic solution affect plants and animal cells?
Animal - burst
Plant - swell but cell wall holds
What is the term for accepting both polar and non polar molecules?
Amphiphilic
What role does the cell membrane play to allow for phagocytosis?
Cell recognition
What function does cholesterol play in the body?
Stabilize the cell membrane
What species of animal was Thomas Jefferson obsessed with and wanted to find out west?
Mammoths